Learn Your Camera

Plain answers to aperture, ISO, shutter speed and other first-camera questions, with a few products that help.

  • Canon EOS R10 (Body)
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    Dance and Movement Photography Camera Settings

    Learn dance photography camera settings for sharp jumps, moving dancers, and dim stages, with practical shutter, aperture, ISO, and focus advice.

  • Canon EOS Rebel T7 Kit
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    How to Use a DSLR Camera for the First Time

    Learn how to use a DSLR camera for the first time, from inserting a card and setting exposure to focusing, taking photos, and building better habits.

  • Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
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    What Is Aperture on a Camera?

    Learn what aperture on a camera does, how f-stops affect light and background blur, and how to choose an aperture for portraits, action, and low light.

  • Fujifilm X-T30 III Kit
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    What Does APS-C Mean on a Camera?

    What is APS-C? Learn how this camera sensor format affects field of view, lens choices, and camera size, with simple examples and camera options.

  • Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III
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    What Is ISO on a Camera?

    What is ISO on a camera? Learn how it affects brightness and image noise, how to choose a setting, and how to balance ISO with aperture and shutter speed.

  • Canon EOS R10 (Body)
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    What Is Shutter Speed on a Camera?

    Learn what shutter speed means, how it affects motion and brightness, and which settings can help with action, portraits, low light, and camera shake.